Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray has been sidelined indefinitely due to a lumbar strain in his lower back, the team announced on Sunday. The injury was diagnosed after Monday night's game against the Utah Jazz, with no timetable for his return. Murray had already missed the previous two games due to low back soreness.
The Portland Trail Blazers provided an update on forward Kris Murray's condition following an evaluation after their Monday night matchup against the Utah Jazz. The team confirmed that Murray has been diagnosed with a lumbar strain in his lower back, ruling him out indefinitely. His status will be monitored, and further updates will be shared as appropriate.
This injury extends Murray's absence, as he had already sat out the Blazers' prior two games with what was initially reported as low back soreness. In the 2026-2027 NBA season, Murray has appeared in 34 games for Portland, starting 11 of them. His contributions include averages of 6.1 points, 4 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, while logging 25.7 minutes on the court. Shooting efficiencies stand at 44.6% from the field and 25.6% from three-point range.
In Murray's absence during the last two outings, including Sunday's game versus the New York Knicks, teammate Sidy Cissoko has stepped into the starting lineup. The Blazers continue to navigate roster adjustments amid this setback, focusing on depth and recovery protocols for their young forward.